Siemens SIMATIC 505 - Installation; Installing the SoftShop Software

Overview
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1.1 Introduction
The SIMA TIC 505
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T urboPlastic Controller is a Series 505
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I/O module
that is designed to provide closed loop control for the following functions on
an injection molding machine:
• Clamp closing
• Injection
• Pack and hold
• Plasticate
• Clamp opening
Each function in the module runs as a 10-step profile within the module.
Data for each of the profiles is downloaded from a programmable logic
controller (PLC) V -memory . Process data is sent back to the PLC for system
analysis. Normal I/O is used to handshake between the PLC and the
module.
For each function there are two simultaneous operating loops available for
control, both of which are updated in less than 2 milliseconds. Each loop
may be run either in closed loop mode or in an open loop mode.
When the overlapping cycle mode is selected, both plasticate and clamp
open profiles can be operated simultaneously .
The module has its own set of high-speed I/O consisting of five analog
inputs, four analog outputs, and four discrete outputs.
The T urboPlastic module functions in any base of the SIMA TIC545 and
SIMA TIC 555 PLCs. For other controllers, contact your Siemens
Energy & Automation, Inc. distributor or sales office. If you need assistance
in contacting your U.S. distributor or sales office, call 1–800–964–41 14.
Refer to the manuals listed below for instructions on installing,
programming, and troubleshooting your System 505 controller .
• SIMA
TIC 545/555/575 System Manual (505–8201–x)
• SIMATIC 545/555/575 Programming Reference Manual (505–8204–x)
References